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A new report from Safe Horizon is filled with data on domestic violence and those it affects. The report was commissioned by the nonprofit to better understand how to support survivors. The 24-page report contains lots of information about associated issues, but concludes with five recommendations focused on these five areas: Shelter funding Trauma treatment…

Despite a minimal budget, the New York City-based nonprofit Beauty for Freedom has helped victims of sex trafficking near and far, including through a recent art exhibition – and an unusual partnership – in Manhattan’s South Street Seaport, NYN Media reports.

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A steep rise in domestic violence across the five boroughs, and its effect on the city’s homeless crisis, prompted an oversight hearing last week by the City Council’s Committee on Courts & Legal Services chaired by Councilman Rory Lancman, the Times Ledger writes.

Domestic violence continues to drive homelessness in New York City, ahead of evictions and overcrowding, and to address the issue, the city is also bolstering its separate, smaller system of domestic violence shelters by opening 54 additional apartment-style units for families next month, the Times writes.

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The African American Planning Commission is in the business of making every day a happy day for families and children who are at risk of homelessness and survivors of domestic violence by providing a safe, secure haven. Thank you for your support as we rely on your generosity. While celebrating with your own family this…

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